Luggage Bags and Packs
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@goosehd I did own one a long time ago. My first bag developed a leather split across one of the buckles after 3 weeks so it went back. The second was fine but aesthetically it wasnt working for me so I sold it. From what I remember it jostled around a lot and didnt sit flat against my back.
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Just looked at Filson’s site for pricing and WTF, the ruck has damn near tripled since I owned one some 15 years ago.
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I have a probably unfair prejudice against Filson.
Speaking of sitting against the back, the Rofmia Daypack is interesting there. The bottom isn’t flat so you can’t stand it up when not using or to slot stuff in and out. It is clamshell which is great for loading it. I have a HeroClip to hang the bag so not a big deal.
But the reason I think they did that is the interesting part. It shifts the cargo up and makes the bag really conform to your back in a very pleasant way. I think that’s why it doesn’t need load lifters. Also minimizes the profile for situations like when you’re on a crowded train as I was this week.
I love little thoughtful details like that.
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I've heard that the Filson rucksacks don't sit particularly flat against the back, but the design has been changed. They've increased its height by an inch and a half, and moved the straps up by what looks like a similar amount.
A review I read said that the low strap position on the original was the cause. If that's changed, the new version should be better.
Then again, it's not going to be as good as a proper pack. I tried on a Fjallraven Lappland Hike 15, and it sat so nicely on my back. Unfortunately, it's a bit small for what I need. Sounds like @mclaincausey is having a similar experience with his Rofmia.
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I haven’t filled it yet! Fits a bulky laptop, charger, notebook, glasses, water bottle, giant battery, cables, chargers, meditation mask, snacks, and other trinkets with room to spare.
Think it, be it.
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Sorry, I meant that the Fjallraven carries well, and that the Rofima does too. Not that @mclaincausey finds it too small!
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@mclaincausey Meditation mask…? Like this??
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Damn that’s a deluxe bag….looks like it will outlast any of us.
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@goosehd Totally worth it. I was looking for something really slick and simple, and it fits everything I need to carry. The look is fantastic, and it has the awesome smell of fresh leather...
(Court hearing went well, too. Trademark dispute, with a value of a mere half million euros. Other side got basically thrown out.)
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But I heard to never trust a lawyer or doctor with a new briefcase…..
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Mountain Warehouse Volt 30L - bought for £24.99 in 2015 before I went up Mt. Etna in Sicily. Been a faithful servant since then and accompanied me to several continents, finally being retired from service
Which means I can read back through this thread and get something decent
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I just ordered the Porter Tanker Case in sage from IH. Anticipated use is primarily as an organizer replacing a bulky Maxpedition MOLLE thing that I use inside my laptop ruck. I am excited to get my hands on their Tanker fabric; have listed after their rucks but thought they weren’t as business appropriate as my Rofmia.
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@mclaincausey it is def a more casual fabric in that it is a little shiny, soft, and squishy. I havent owned a bag in it yet, but the wallet I have in it feels like tiny insulated flight jacket for my cards. I have been looking at that case as well, looking forward to your thoughts.
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Packing for 4-days work travel with packing cubes.
Although temp there will be 20deg C, I will give 326 IND a chance
